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AU05 GYP

2005 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,203 mi
Last recorded61,203 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 GYP
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 61,203 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 45,296 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 45,296 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 29,525 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 19,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,309 miles

How Reliable is the Proton GEN-2?

Based on 59,272 MOT tests across 4,783 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
5,392
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,238
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,173
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,549
Registration plate lamp not working 1,436
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,406
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AU05 GYP is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton GEN-2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 GYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton GEN-2 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU05 GYP?

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What year was AU05 GYP registered?

AU05 GYP is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is AU05 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 GYP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU05 GYP have outstanding finance?

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